Honey Garlic Crockpot Short Ribs

Introduction

Honey Garlic Crockpot Short Ribs are a show-stopping main course that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Tender beef short ribs slowly braise in a sweet and savory garlic-infused sauce, resulting in meat that nearly falls off the bone. The magical combination of honey, soy, garlic, and ginger makes every bite rich and deeply satisfying. With set-and-forget simplicity and results that rival your favorite restaurant, this recipe is bound to become a family favorite.

Why Make Honey Garlic Crockpot Short Ribs?

The main appeal of this recipe lies in how the slow cooker transforms tough short ribs into a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece—all while you tackle your day. The luscious, sticky honey garlic sauce infuses each rib and forms a glossy glaze. This dish is the epitome of comfort food and is equally suited for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing guests at special gatherings.

Essential Ingredient Prep

To unlock the best flavors and textures, start with prepping your aromatics and vegetables. Dicing onions, mincing garlic, and slicing scallions can be a breeze with the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper, ensuring uniform pieces that cook evenly and look appealing. Layer your chopped veggies at the bottom of your slow cooker to create a savory bed for the short ribs.

Making the Perfect Honey Garlic Sauce

The key to this recipe is a well-balanced sauce. Whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, fresh ginger, and a good hit of minced garlic. For a silky-smooth blend, pulse everything together using the Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender. This not only ensures an even distribution of flavors, but also emulsifies the sauce for a luxurious finish.

Searing and Slow Cooking for Maximum Flavor

Although the Crockpot does most of the work, a quick sear in a nonstick pan—such as the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch—deepens the flavor by caramelizing the outside of each rib. After searing, simply nestle the ribs over your veggie base and pour the sauce over top. Let your slow cooker work its magic, allowing the ribs to braise for hours until irresistibly tender.

Serving Suggestions for Honey Garlic Crockpot Short Ribs

These short ribs shine when served over creamy mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or sautéed greens—perfect for mopping up the extra sauce. For a fuss-free dinner party, arrange leftovers or individual portions in the Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 for easy reheating and serving.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe makes 4 generous servings. Each serving, when paired with steamed rice and vegetables, typically comes in at around 550-600 calories, with a good dose of protein and healthy fats. The dish is also naturally gluten-free if tamari is used in place of soy sauce.

Honey Garlic Crockpot Short Ribs (Recap)

These slow-cooked short ribs capture the essence of comfort cooking: deeply flavorful, remarkably easy, and bound to become a repeat request. With a handful of pantry staples and smart prep, you create the kind of dish that gets people talking…and coming back for seconds.

Instructions

1. Peel and dice onion, mince garlic, and grate ginger. For efficiency and uniform texture, use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper.
2. Season short ribs with salt and pepper. In the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear short ribs on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer ribs to a plate.
3. Arrange diced onions in the bottom of your Crockpot. Layer seared short ribs over the onions.
4. In a bowl or the Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, tomato paste, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Blend or whisk until smooth.
5. Pour the sauce evenly over the short ribs in the Crockpot. Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours, or on high for 4–5 hours, until the ribs are fork-tender.
6. If desired, 30 minutes before serving, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl, stir into the Crockpot, and cook uncovered to thicken the sauce.
7. Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds before serving. Store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 for easy meal prep.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 7–8 hours (Crockpot low), 4–5 hours (Crockpot high)

Total Time: 7–8 hours 20 minutes (including prep)

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This recipe delivers restaurant-worthy short ribs—with gourmet flavor, effortless prep, and an irresistible honey garlic glaze—right from your slow cooker. Enjoy every saucy, tender bite!